Rustampura - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Rustampura is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Rustampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rustampura is 520013. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.19 hectares and falls under the 391761 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Rustampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rustampura
As per Census 2011, Rustampura village has a total population of 1,460 people, consisting of 768 males and 692 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 963 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 838 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rustampura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,460 | 768 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 104 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 838 | 433 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 963 | 582 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 186 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Rustampura
Rustampura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rustampura
Rustampura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaghodia to Rustampura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Rustampura is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rustampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rustampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rustampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rustampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rustampura
Where is Rustampura located?
Rustampura village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rustampura?
Rustampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rustampura?
The pincode of Rustampura is 391761.
What is the population of Rustampura?
Rustampura has a total population of 1,460, including 768 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Rustampura?
There are 288 households in Rustampura.
What is the literacy rate in Rustampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rustampura is 65.96%. Male literacy is 75.78% and female literacy is 55.06%.